Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The Young Professionals in the Auto care sector is the gathering place for the industry’s youngest professionals. But there’s plenty of room for it to grow. YPA chair Kari Hann sat down with Auto Service World Conversations host and YPA committee member Adam Malik to talk about her journey into the aftermarket, into the YPA — or as it was known when she first joined, the Young Executives Society — and what her goals are as chair.

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Business Actualization

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Note: This article is designed to be best experienced through reading. Due to the formatting, narrative elements, and structure, it may not translate well when listened to via transcription or text-to-speech tools. For the most enjoyable experience, please read through the content directly. In today’s competitive digital landscape, marketers leverage tools like SEMRush, LocalFalcon, and BizMapIQ to track their auto repair shops' online presence through position-tracking reports.

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Automotive Training Centre

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

If you’re in automotive school, the 2025 Ford Maverick is a compact truck you’ll want to look out for. Expected to make a huge splash when it hits the market, this latest model brings exciting updates, including a sleek design and a hybrid powertrain. This version offers notable changes and a more refined look for those familiar with the Maverick class, especially the 2024 model.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Image credit: Depositphotos.com If you’re trying to better understand your customers, if you know they’re into smart home technology, then they may be interested in an electric vehicle. As electric vehicles continue to gain traction, a recent study from research and consulting firm Parks Associates found a growing trend among EV owners: A strong inclination toward adopting smart home technologies.

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Automotive Training Centre

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

As the demand for hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics grows in today’s greener automotive world, students and aspiring mechanics must sharpen their skills and adapt their toolkits. With more hybrid and electric vehicles on the road, new challenges and opportunities arise, requiring specialized knowledge and capabilities. If you’re working in a repair shop or training to become a mechanic, here are five essential tools every hybrid and electric vehicle mechanic should have.

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Shop Marketing Pros

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

EPISODE: 117 – Back to School Marketing Panel Join host Kim Walker as she leads a heartwarming and insightful panel discussion with auto repair shop owners who are making a real difference in their communities. In this special episode, our panelists share how they’re stepping up during the back-to-school season to support local students and teachers through creative initiatives—from donating school supplies to funding teacher wish lists and organizing community events.

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R.O. Writer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

It goes without saying that customer satisfaction is good for your shop’s bottom line, but building enthusiastically satisfied customers that are fans of your shop can also build your marketing. The post Building Your Auto Shop Through Customer Satisfaction appeared first on R.O. Writer.

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Automotive Fleet

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system control module may disable the electronic stability control system. Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The first time you heard the ‘ZR1’ name was probably in the early 70s, when it was introduced as a special engine package on the third generation (C3) Corvette. GM then made us wait two more decades for what would become one of the fastest-accelerating production cars in the world. The 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 redefined expectations not only for the Corvette brand, but for U.S. carmakers in general.

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Autoblog: Repairs

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Filed under: Auto Repair , Maintenance Continue reading How to hotwire a car How to hotwire a car originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 11 Sep 2024 13:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Chevrolet has worked hard to have a cool SUV and crossover roster across the board – including the little Trax and Trailblazer as well as the all-new Equinox and Traverse or the refreshed Tahoe and Suburban full-sizers. But how about their trucks? While some might say the Colorado is fresh enough and the Silverados are still relevant (after all, it&#039. ( continue reading.

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Motor Verso

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

With some really interesting cars on offer from BYD, now there is even more to look at. YANGWANG is a… Read more » The post BYD YANGWANG U8 – Is This China’s Answer To The G-Wagon? appeared first on Motor Verso.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

A guy from Houston, Texas, purchased a 2019 Cadillac CTS-V and took it straight to the tuning firm. He had no idea what he wanted but he had one thing in mind: he wanted to beat his brother’s CT-5. The 2019 Cadillac CTS-V rolled off the production line with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine, ( continue reading.

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Tire Review Magazine

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Lacks Enterprises has reached an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Forgeline Motorsports , a Dayton, Ohio-based manufacturer of custom, made-to-order, lightweight forged aluminum street and racing wheels. Brothers David Schardt and Steve Schardt, co-founders of Forgeline Motorsports, will collectively retain minority ownership of the company.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The premium US automaker is truly the crown jewel of General Motors' automotive business – and it's potentially an even more complete carmaker than even Chevrolet these days, with just one glaring exception. Pound for pound, it seems that Cadillac is even better than Chevy – or it will be starting with model year 2025 when the latter. ( continue reading.

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RepairSmith

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

If your car’s hood is too hot to touch or the engine makes grinding noises when you go for a spin, you might need a coolant flush. But how much can you expect to pay for the service? Let’s break down the coolant flush cost and explore the factors affecting its price. We’ll also highlight the red flags that indicate your car needs a flush. This Article Contains: How Much Does a Coolant Flush Cost?

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

One of the most criticized shortcomings of the Tesla Cybertruck has been its lackluster charging performance. However, this could be a thing of the past. One Cybertruck imported into Slovakia set a new charging record, with a 405-kW peak power reached on a new 600-kW charger. Many blamed the immature 4680 cells for the Tesla Cybertruck's ( continue reading.

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IT 111

Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Which way is the dealership M&A market headed? Depends on whom you ask. In its Second Quarter 2024 Blue Sky Report, released Monday, Kerrigan Advisors cited a record number of dealership acquisitions during the first half of this year and said the current rate of nearly double pre-pandemic levels projects to a record year with more than 760 franchise sales.

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IT 52

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

For most classic muscle cars that go into long-term storage, the story ends with a trip to the parts yard. It's usually the same narrative about how life got in the way, and the owner never got to fix the car after it broke down. However, some of these "life got in the way" stories have happy endings, and the vehicles return to the road.

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Tire Review Magazine

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

BendPak has hired Jeffrey Carson as business development manager for its Ranger wheel service division. He will oversee the division’s portfolio of tire changers, wheel balancers, and additional equipment like alignment and brake lathes, BendPak said. According to BendPak, Carson brings experience in territory and regional sales management with firms in the automotive service industry, including General Parts Co.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

These are just a couple of the highlights promised by Velocity Restorations for their 'classic' Ford F-250 restomod series, and Roadster Shop contributes to the story with an exclusively-developed modern frame setup. As it turns out, both car and truck fans love the restomod current. As such, nobody should be surprised when seeing a classic-look. ( continue reading.

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Tire Review Magazine

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

LTI Tools , a Milton Industries company, has introduced a 10-piece wheel hub master rethread kit for damaged studs and bolts. This tool set allows technicians to repair damaged wheel threading on various vehicles, according to LTI. The kit includes a precision external stud repair set and an internal bolt tap rethread kit. LTI said the wheel rethread master set includes four unique split dies for stud repairs, covering more than 90% of domestic and import vehicles, including light trucks.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Migrating from Android Auto wired to wireless has become as easy as 1-2-3, and the ones to thank for everything are the adapters that typically cost only a few tens of dollars. Almost everybody heard of AAWireless, the model that started it all. This device continues to lead the market, remaining one of the most common choices for people who want to ditch cables for wireless connections.

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IT 104

AutoSuccess

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) , joined by 120 other organizations representing the auto industry, consumer advocates and law enforcement, sent a letter to congressional leaders urging passage of federal legislation to combat catalytic converter theft. The groups urged Congress to adopt an amendment to the annual National Defense Authorization Act, which is identical to the bipartisan “Preventing Auto Recycling Theft” (PART) Act (S. 154) introduced by Sens.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The American continent is a never-ending source of incredible pickup trucks. Be them production version or some custom project, these vehicles have turned over the years into a synonym for what motoring means in the States. There are, of course, other places in this world where pickup trucks are held in high regard, but Europe is probably not the first to come to mind when thinking about them.

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Tire Review Magazine

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Lacks Enterprises has reached an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Forgeline Motorsports , a Dayton, Ohio-based manufacturer of custom, made-to-order, lightweight forged aluminum street and racing wheels. Brothers David Schardt and Steve Schardt, co-founders of Forgeline Motorsports, will collectively retain minority ownership of the company.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Supersizing isn't limited to fast-food menus, trucks and daily drivers, or takeaway drinks. It's also noticeable in the last places you'd expect – like tiny houses, whose very name seems to rule out the possibility of supersizing. Tiny houses and the still-sweeping trend of downsizing first popped up on the housing radar in the early 2000s, when it was more of an eco-friendlier alternative to traditional housing. ( continue reading.

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AutoSuccess

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD) presented Rita Case, president and CEO of Rick Case Automotive Group , with its Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognizes a lifetime of significant contributions to the automotive industry and to the spirit of diversity and inclusion. “As a female in the auto industry, I strive to be a role model for all women, where the only barriers to a career are the ones you place on yourself.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

While the debut of the Challenger in 1970 more or less stole Charger's karma, Dodge remained committed to this nameplate, trying to improve it in all the key areas. The company produced close to 50,000 units, and most of them rolled off the assembly lines with a V8 engine under the hood. It's estimated that only 300 units left the factory with a six-cylinder unit. ( continue reading.

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Tire Review Magazine

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

BendPak has hired Jeffrey Carson as business development manager for its Ranger wheel service division. He will oversee the division’s portfolio of tire changers, wheel balancers, and additional equipment like alignment and brake lathes, BendPak said. According to BendPak, Carson brings experience in territory and regional sales management with firms in the automotive service industry, including General Parts Co.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The multinational automotive colossus formed by the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Groupe PSA has announced massive investments for three US plants located in the state of Michigan. A grand total of $406.1 million will be poured into the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant, Warren Truck Assembly Plant, and the Dundee Engine Plant to execute the automaker's rather ambitious multi-energy strategy.

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Automotive Fleet

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

ARA Summer Roundtable: An automotive expert and forecaster balances the timelines of innovations that will eventually produce better market data and efficiency tools for the vehicle remarketing sector.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

It's safe to say that Stellantis is currently in a bit of a pickle – especially as far as its North American operations are concerned. The Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, and Ram brands have all posted lower sales during the first six months of the year – and the automotive industry went berserk trying to figure out why. The top brass at Stellanti. ( continue reading.

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Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Koenigsegg was still a fairly new company with just 30 employees when it built the CCGT. Based on the Competition Coupe CC8S, which had been launched as the company’s first road-legal offering in 2002, the CCGT was intended to go GT1 racing. From the beginning, the road car was designed to GT1 regulations, including… Read more.

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autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The other day, I spotted a video on YouTube of a car collector I met many years ago. He was showing off his latest "set" of five yellow supercars, which was impressive. Sadly, most people will never be able to afford that luxury. But that's ok as long as we have diecast models to purchase at a fraction of the price. It's not the same thing, but it's still an affordable way to cheer up whenever you come ho. ( continue reading.

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Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Our elected officials are meant to help the communities they serve, and apparently New York Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez really took that to heart. The 34-year-old representative sprung into action when her chief of staff’s Honda Civic was stranded with a dead battery. Read more.

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Car 62

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

This generation of the C 63 got – and continues to get – a lot of flak for its four-cylinder engine. While said AMG-developed mill does not have the aural qualities of a V8, the electrically-assisted turbo and the plug-in hybrid side of the powertrain make a world of difference in a dig race. Pictured at Killarney International Raceway in South Africa, the C 63 S E-PERFORMANCE in the video below didn't break a swe. ( continue reading.

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